Friday, December 13, 2013

How to Add Promoted Search Results using Query Rules in SharePoint 2013

We can promote search results based on specific search phrase entered by end-users in SharePoint 2013. The promoted results will appear on the top of the search results. As best bets/visual best bets are replaced with "Query Rules" in SharePoint 2013, this is a powerful way to promote search results within SharePoint 2013 to brought forward specific results to the users.

Scenario: Say, We've a dedicated site for HR Policies with all Human Resources related content and want to bring this site on top of Search results when user types search query as "HR Policies" or "HR Policy".

How to Add Promoted Search Results in SharePoint 2013 (AKA - Best Bets):
Assuming Search Service Application is configured up and running, Navigate to SharePoint 2013 Central Administration Site: